Have you ever wondered what exactly a speech-language pathologist does? The scope of practice for an SLP is quite extensive. SLPs work with all ages, from infants to adults, on a wide range of communication skills as well as feeding and swallowing. They also work in a variety of settings, such as schools, hospitals, private…
6 Thought-Provoking TED Talks for Speech-Language Pathologists
I really love listening to TED Talks. They have videos on just about every topic that could pique your interest and are a perfect length, around 15 minutes. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite speech-related ones! 1. A Word Game to Communicate in Any Language An app developer for non-verbal communication discusses a picture…
Why You Should Be Using Barrier Games in Speech Therapy
Barrier games are a great tool for speech and language intervention! Students love them and they are a great way to incorporate many expressive skills (giving directions), receptive skills (following directions), and social skills in an engaging way. I’m a big fan of therapy materials that serve multiple functions. Anything to save time, money, and…
